Florida Realtors Live today features a full slate of live, 15-minute Q&A sessions online covering market trends, policy priorities, leadership and AI strategies.
Landlords are allowing select upgrades that enhance rental appeal, strengthen long-term value and encourage lease renewals.
Internal Revenue Service advises taxpayers to prepare now for filing changes, including direct-deposit refunds, updated tax laws and new child savings accounts.
Higher borrowing and renovation costs, limited inventory and rising competition are squeezing margins, pushing investors to adjust strategies, according to ATTOM.
Homes with negative equity could create openings for experienced agents, as fewer competitors and options like short sales allow for creative deal structures.
Smart use of digital calendars helps agents reduce no-shows, improve communication and stay connected with customers through automation, reminders and integrations.
Florida Realtors chief economist sees easing rates steadying Fla.’s market; NAR deputy chief economist cites national affordability pressures for first-time buyers.
AI is being used to analyze MLS data, create charts, map customer workflows and plan local content, saving time while strengthening market visibility.
Expectations improved in December, but inflation and labor market uncertainty continued to shape how Floridians view the economy heading into 2026.
Young buyers are pooling resources as lenders adapt, offering programs for unrelated co-borrowers and credit models that better reflect real-world payment behavior.
